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This bill amends section 109.572 of the Ohio Revised Code to add certain animal-related offenses to the list of potentially disqualifying criminal offenses when conducting background checks for prospective foster caregivers, adoptive parents, and other individuals who will be responsible for or reside in the same household as children. Specifically, the bill adds sections 959.15, <ins>959.16, and 959.21</ins> to the existing list of offenses that can be considered during criminal records checks. These animal-related offenses would now be part of the comprehensive background screening process used to evaluate the suitability of individuals working with or caring for children. The bill aims to expand the scope of background checks to include additional animal-related criminal offenses that might indicate potential risks to child safety, ensuring a more thorough evaluation of an individual's criminal history before they are approved for foster care, adoption, or other child-related responsibilities.

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https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb265